The iPhone 18 Pro Max could be Apple’s heaviest smartphone yet
By ForGeeks
The iPhone 18 Pro series is still a few months away from its official debut, but rumors are already starting to surface online. According to fresh leaks from prominent insiders, the older model — iPhone 18 Pro Max — could be the heaviest smartphone in Apple’s history.
According to the latest leaks, the iPhone 18 Pro Max — could be the heaviest smartphone in Apple’s history.
Chinese whistleblower Instant Digital reported on social network Weibo that the iPhone 18 Pro Max will weigh more than 240 grams. That’s more than the iPhone 14 Pro Max and iPhone 13 Pro Max, and about 10 grams heavier than the iPhone 17 Pro Max, which weighed in at 233 grams.
In addition to an increase in weight, the new smartphone, according to the source, will get a slightly thicker body — about 9mm versus 8.8mm for the current model.
The new smartphone will also have a slightly thicker body, according to the source.
The reason for the increased weight and thickness could be due to hardware upgrades. The iPhone 18 Pro series is expected to include devices with a new under-screen Face ID system, updated camera modules and a battery encased in a steel case. Such changes typically result in an increase in device weight, though it’s not yet known if the battery will become larger in capacity.
An update to the iPhone 18 Pro series is expected to include a new Face ID system under the screen, updated camera modules, and a larger battery.
Separately, Apple is reportedly planning to improve the flagships’ appearance by making the color of the aluminum frame and rear glass panel unified, eliminating the contrast seen in the iPhone 17 Pro.
According to leaks, Apple may launch the iPhone 18 series in two phases. The flagship iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models will be introduced alongside the first foldable iPhone in September 2026.
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models will be introduced alongside the first foldable iPhone in September 2026.
The regular iPhone 18 and the more affordable iPhone 18e may not come out until early 2027. Meanwhile, the second-generation iPhone Air project, previously planned for the same period, is rumored to be delayed indefinitely.
